Samsung Galaxy M21 (SM-M215F) — XEF
Samsung Galaxy M21 Released 2020, March 23 | 188g, 8.9mm thickness | Android 10, up to Android 11, One UI 3.1 Core | 64GB/128GB storage, microSDXC | Super AMOLED, 420 nits (peak) | 48 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 12mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm Auxiliary lens | Li-Po 6000 mAh
Samsung Galaxy M21 Network Specifications
| Speed | HSPA, LTE |
| 4G | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 38, 40, 41 |
| 3G | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 2G | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
Samsung Galaxy M21 body Specifications
| SIM | · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame |
| Weight | 188 g (6.63 oz) |
| Dimensions | 159 x 75.1 x 8.9 mm (6.26 x 2.96 x 0.35 in) |
Samsung Galaxy M21 MISC Specifications
| SAR US | 0.47 W/kg (head) |
| Colors | Midnight Blue, Raven Black |
Samsung Galaxy M21 display Specifications
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~403 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.4 inches, 100.5 cm 2 (~84.2% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | Super AMOLED, 420 nits (peak) |
Samsung Galaxy M21 Sound Specifications
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
Samsung Galaxy M21 Platform Specifications
| GPU | Mali-G72 MP3 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.3 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| Chipset | Exynos 9611 (10 nm) |
| OS | Android 10, upgradable to Android 11, One UI 3.1 Core |
Samsung Galaxy M21 Battery Specifications
| Charging | 15W wired |
| Battery | Li-Po 6000 mAh |
Samsung Galaxy M21 memory Specifications
| Internal | 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM |
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
Samsung Galaxy M21 Main Camera Specifications
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@240fps, gyro-EIS |
| Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Camera | 48 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 12mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm Auxiliary lens |
XEF Region Firmware Info
XEF - FranceA CSC (Consumer Software Customization) code ties a Samsung firmware build to the country and carrier it was released for, controlling branding, available languages and which OTA updates a device receives. The XEF code is used in France by Orange, Bouygues Telecom, Free Mobile, with 2 distinct Samsung Galaxy M21 firmware versions found so far.
XEF Firmware Version History
| Version | Build Date | Security Patch |
|---|---|---|
| M215FXXS3CWK2 | 2023-12-11 | — |
| M215FXXS3CWK1 | 2023-12-11 | — |
2 Samsung Galaxy M21 firmware versions found for the XEF region, newest first.
Samsung Galaxy M21 XEF Firmware ArchiveOfficial Samsung Galaxy M21 firmware for the France XEF region, including BL, AP, CP, CSC and HOME_CSC packages for Odin flashing.
Samsung Galaxy M21 Combination & Special FilesCombination and service files for the Samsung Galaxy M21 (SM-M215F) — authorized repair, FRP reset after service, and diagnostics.
| Device Mobile | Version | Bit - SW REV | FA | Change list | Updated | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
XEF Firmware FAQ
Which carriers use the XEF CSC on the Samsung Galaxy M21?+
The XEF CSC is used by Orange, Bouygues Telecom, and Free Mobile in France. Flash the XEF firmware only if your device was sold through one of these carriers.
How many Samsung Galaxy M21 firmware versions are available for the XEF region?+
2 distinct Samsung Galaxy M21 firmware versions have been found for the XEF (France) region so far, from oldest to the latest build.
How is the XEF CSC different from other region codes?+
Samsung ties every firmware build to one of roughly 599 CSC (Consumer Software Customization) codes, each tied to a specific country and carrier. XEF is the code for France (Orange, Bouygues Telecom, and Free Mobile) — flashing a different CSC can change your carrier branding, available languages and which OTA updates you receive.